Series: Cm., 7852

This consultation seeks the views of interested parties and the
general public on the Government's proposed approach to terrorist
asset freezing. In particular it is interested in responses to the
following: Does the draft bill set out the most effective way of
meeting UN obligations and protecting national security whilst also
ensuring sufficient safeguards in respect of human rights? Views on
the current operation f the UK's asset freezing regime under the
Terrorism orders; And, does the regulatory impact assessment
accurately reflect the costs and benefits of the regime? This paper
discusses the UK's current approach to counter-terrorist finance,
the international framework, the UK approach to terrorist asset
freezing, implementation, and draft legislation. It includes the
draft bill, explanatory notes to the bill, and a regulatory impact
assessment.